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Defense Considerations for Emerging Talc Exposure Claims

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Industrial talc defendants have been navigating asbestos-related lawsuits for decades, yet recent cases show the scope of these claims continues to widen and the corresponding need for sophisticated defense strategies is...more

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PFAS in Biosolids: What EPA’s Draft Risk Assessment Means for Industry and Municipalities

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its 2025 Draft Risk Assessment for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) in biosolids, identifying potential human health risks under...more

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Federal Court Grants Defendant’s Motion for Summary Judgment

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Court: United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana - In this action, Plaintiff Jerry Lejeune alleges occupational asbestos exposure as a deckhand and/or driller for various employers at job sites in...more

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Clearing the Air: Navigating Toxic Fume Litigation Risk

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The current wave of litigation, news coverage, and congressional interest related to alleged “toxic fumes” in aircraft cabins brings with it increased litigation risks to airlines, OEMs, suppliers, and aircraft lessors, among...more

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C.

OEHHA Issues Information Letters Providing Prop 65 Guidance

In December 2025, the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA), the state agency responsible for implementing Proposition 65 (Prop 65), issued two “Information Letters” regarding Prop 65 compliance...more

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Paint Release: Pulaski County Circuit Court Action Filed Addressing Trucking Company Spill

ARCAP Environmental, LLC (“ARCAP”) filed a January 5th Complaint against Oak Truck Lines, LLC (“OTL”) regarding an alleged release of paint. See 60CV-26-92. The Complaint alleges that a truck owned by OTL was travelling...more

Allen Matkins

California Environmental Law & Policy Update 1.9.26

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The Trump administration has finalized a plan to roll back regulations implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), a landmark environmental law that the White House says needlessly delays federal approvals for...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

Your Proposition 65 2025 “Wrapped”: 2025 Year in Review

As 2025 came to a close, the Proposition 65 (Prop 65) landscape in California continued to evolve rapidly, reflecting shifting enforcement patterns, major litigation outcomes, and significant regulatory developments. This...more

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Appellate Decision Reaffirms New York’s Strict Causation Standard

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The recent decision of New York’s Appellate Division, First Department, in Lotrean v. 3M Co. marks a notable victory for toxic tort defendants. The Lotrean decision emphasizes the exacting causation standard outlined by the...more

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[Webinar] A Legislative Look at Legionnaires’: An Update on NY & NJ Legionella-Related Regulatory Requirements - January 22nd,...

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Join Goldberg Segalla partners Andrew Scholz and Karen Cullinane for an informative discussion regarding updated and new legionella-related monitoring & mitigation regulations for certain NJ & NY property owners....more

Dorsey & Whitney LLP

Minnesota PFAS Reporting Update

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In December 2025, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (“MPCA”) issued an order adopting its final set of rules governing intentionally added Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (“PFAS” a/k/a “forever chemicals”) in...more

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PFAS Primer Quarterly Update | 2025 Q4 – Setting the PFAS Standard

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In the latest edition of the PFAS Primer Quarterly Update, our roundup of regulatory, litigation, and scientific actions involving PFAS. This quarter, the EPA looks to narrow the TSCA PFAS reporting rule, state legislatures...more

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Court Grants Motion to Compel Genetic Testing of Plaintiff

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Jurisdiction: United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana - The district court granted a motion to compel filed by defendant, Illinois Central Railroad Company, to take the blood sample of plaintiff...more

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AFFF Regulations: Global Year in Review

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In 2025, countries around the world implemented or proposed regulations to restrict the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as “forever chemicals.” Specifically, countries are implementing more...more

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EPA’s PFAS Hazardous Substances Designation: Legal and Compliance Implications

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On May 8, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized a rule designating two types of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)—perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS)—as...more

Hissey, Mulderig & Friend, PLLC

Depo-Provera y tumores cerebrales tipo meningioma: lo que deben saber las mujeres sobre los riesgos y las demandas legales

Durante décadas, millones de mujeres han utilizado la inyección anticonceptiva Depo-Provera como una forma conveniente y eficaz de prevenir el embarazo. Sin embargo, en los últimos años han surgido preocupaciones médicas y...more

Wiley Rein LLP

In Coverage Dispute Over PFAS Remediation, New Jersey District Court Dismisses Bad Faith Claim

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The United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, applying New Jersey law, held that a bad faith claim against an insurer must be dismissed when it is rooted in the same conduct as the breach of contract claim,...more

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Asbestos/Common Law Action: Federal Appellate Court Addresses Collateral Estoppel Issue

The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit (“Second Circuit”) addressed in a December 22nd Opinion issues arising out of asbestos related tort claims. See LA'SHAUN CLARK v. NEW YORK CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY, ET...more

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New York City Moves to Eliminate PFAS from Firefighter Protective Gear

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The New York City Council has proposed a new bill to ban the use of “forever chemicals” in the turnout gear worn by FDNY’s 11,000 firefighters. See Notice and Provision to Fire Department Personnel of Firefighting Protective...more

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U.S. Solicitor General Backs Bayer on Roundup Litigation Labeling Claims

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On December 2, 2025, Bayer announced that the Solicitor General of the United States, D. John Sauer1 has recommended the United States Supreme Court take up the Monsanto Co. v. Durnell2 appeal on the Roundup product...more

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PFAS Liability in Food Processing: Risk Control and Transfer Methods

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Insurance company sensitivity and the court of public opinion tend to run hand in hand as it relates to highly publicized exposures. PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), also known as forever chemicals, are no...more

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Contaminants Compass: December 2025 Edition

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Contaminants Compass is a monthly newsletter that provides updates, legal observations and actionable tips to navigate the evolving legal challenges of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and similar chemicals and...more

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FDA Updates Depo-Provera Label to Include Brain Tumor Risk — Key Litigation Development

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a significant update to the prescribing information for Depo-Provera, adding a warning about a potential association with meningiomas, a type of brain tumor. This marks...more

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The Next Chapter In Sustainability: Weakening UK Rules And Regulation Will Impact Enterprise Value

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Recent commentary suggests that ESG may be losing relevance in the UK. This narrative misses the core issue: ESG is fundamentally about stakeholders holding business to account for adverse impacts on people and the...more

Hinshaw & Culbertson - Insights for Insurers

2025 Updated Primer On PFAS/Forever Chemical Claims Regulation, Litigation, & Insurance Coverage Issues

Per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (“PFAS”) represent major exposures to insurers and their policyholders. Thousands of lawsuits are pending nationwide and numerous large settlements have already been reached. Insurers are...more

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